Study of Haemodialysis Patients Switching From Aranesp to Biosimilar
AnaemiaThe study will obtain data to show insight into clinical outcomes of patients switching from Darbepoetin Alfa to a epoetin alfa biosimilar.
Iron Overload and Growth Velocity in Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia
ThalassemiaSickle Cell DiseaseIron overload impaired growth in Thalassemia patients due to iron deposition in the endocrine glands, including the hypophysis and gonads. The issue of iron overload in Sickle Cell Anemia is recently studied more extensively and preliminary studies shows that endocrine damage is rarer in those patients. Growth velocity was not systematically studied in patients with Iron Overload, even in thalassemia patients in spite several studies that assess the endocrine function in those patients. In Sickle Cell Patients this issue was not studied. The purpose of this study is to assess the growth velocity in a cohort of Thalassemia Major and Intermedia patients and compare the results to another group of Sickle Cell patients, including Sickle cell thalassemia.
Etiology of Anemia Among Preschool Children in Ethiopia
AnemiaThis study aims to determine the etiology of anemia among preschool children in selected regions of Ethiopia. The study is a longitudinal observational study to assess the determinant factors of anemia in two different seasons. The main questions it aims to answer are: What is the prevalence and etiology of anemia in the two different (Post and Pre-harvest) seasons? What is the strength of the interaction between anemia and each of the determinant factors being considered? The participant's dietary intake and anthropometric measurement have been assessed, and biological samples (Blood and Stool) were collected to determine the prevalence of anemia and the factors contributing to it.
Post-operative Anemia in Lateral Fractures of the Femur.
Femur FractureIt was conducted a prospective study with a series of 45 patients with lateral fragility fractures of the femur treated by three different intramedullary nails. Patients were randomized in Group A (15 patients treated by Affixus Zimmer-Biomet), Group B (15 patients treated by EBA2 - Citieffe) and Group C (15 patients treated by Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation Synthes). One independent observer performed seven biochemical evaluations (hemoglobin serum value) from admission to patient discharge. Surgical time and Blood transfusions number were reported for each partecipant.
Chelated Oral Iron Versus Intravenous Iron Sucrose for Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia Late...
Iron Deficiency Anemia of Pregnancycompare the efficacy and safety of intravenous iron sucrose versus chelated oral iron in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia late in pregnancy.
Anemia Etiology Evaluation in Ethiopia
AnemiaThe AnemEE study is a population-based anemia etiology survey in six regions of Ethiopia. The primary aim of the study is to evaluate the relative contribution of risk factors for anemia among children, women of reproductive age, and adult men. The study data are intended to inform evidence-based decision-making on anemia control interventions.
Prospective Observational Study of Erythropoietin-Iron Interaction in Anemia of Renal Disease
Anemia of End Stage Renal DiseaseThe purpose of this study is to prospectively collect data on doses of Erythropoietic Stimulating Agents (ESA) and Intravenous Iron, and the markers of erythropoietic activity and iron status. These data will be used to derive mathematical models which will subsequently guide dosing of both agents, such that a desired therapeutic outcome is achieved in every patient, while minimizing patient exposure to both agents.
Use Massive Parallel Sequencing and Exome Capture Technology to Sequence the Exome of Fanconi Anemia...
Fanconi AnemiaAutosomal or Sex Linked Recessive Genetic Disease4 moreFanconi anemia is a rare autosomal or sex linked recessive genetic disease. The disease is characterized by bone marrow hematopoiesis failure, multiple congenital abnormalities, and susceptibility to neoplastic diseases. The cells of FA patients are extremely sensitive to MMC and DEB. The symptoms and ages of FA patients are different, so by comparing the exome of FA patients and their parents, the mutations that were accumulated in FA patients could be found, and these genes might be sensitive to repairment and be important for hematopoiesis maintainance.
Observational Study on the Use of IV (Intravenous) Iron Therapy Among Subjects With Iron Deficiency...
Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA)The primary objective of this study is to compare the total costs to sites and payers of administering IV iron over the 30-day observation period for subjects with IDA who receive Ferric Carboxymaltose (FCM) relative to those who receive iron sucrose, iron dextran, and ferumoxytol.
Microvascular Blood Flow in Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle Cell DiseaseSickle Cell AnemiaSickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that causes the red blood cells to change their shape from a round shape to a half-moon/crescent or sickled shape. Sickle-shaped cells can cause problems by getting stuck in blood vessels, blocking blood flow, and can cause inflammation and injury to important body parts. There are no specific treatments that improve this condition and promote blood flow hindered by sickle cell blockages. Another big challenge in managing sickle cell disease is that there are no good measures to determine changes and improvements in blood flow. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a technique currently used to detect blood flow in the heart, muscles, and other organs. It is extremely sensitive and can detect blood flow in the smallest of blood vessels. It would be very useful in helping healthcare providers know whether treatment strategies are improving blood flow during sickle cell blockages. The hypothesis is that contrast-enhanced ultrasound will be a feasible tool for determining changes in blood flow of subjects with sickle cell disease.